Bud Harrelson thought he was making a harmless offhanded comment. He might have ended up putting the concept of the League Championship Series on the baseball map and launching a history that now threatens to rival the World Series for excitement and intensity every year.

If there is any justice, the weather will be glorious here the next two days. The All-Star Game activities will be scintillating. The local baseball faithful will have a wonderful time on Monday, followed by a thrilling experience on Tuesday. Because you know what happens Wednesday.